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10 Health Benefits of Forgiveness
Recently, an incident in my family opened up some of my old wounds. These old wounds apparently had only scabbed over, and ripping them open still hurt almost as much as they did decades ago. So, does that mean I never forgave the person all these years when I thought...
What do you regret most in life?
What do you regret most in life? On his deathbed, Steve Jobs, the visionary Apple co-founder and one of the greatest innovators of our time, regretted not treating his cancer sooner and not being there for his kids. Unfortunately, he died shortly after that, at the...
Time to Reset
At the beginning of 2022, I attempted a vision board for the first time! Having read and heard a lot of inspirational things about vision boards, I decided to put it to the test. The beginning of the year seemed like a great time to reset. Therefore, I put down my...
The 4 Moods at Christmas
Christmas is about a week from now. How are you feeling? It is common to fall into one or more of the 4 moods at Christmas. Are you joyful about the festivities, or are you stressed about Christmas activities like shopping and cooking? Or, maybe Christmas is just...
Thank you for being a Friend
Thanksgiving Day may be over, but thanksgiving is a daily affair. Like most people, I am thankful for food, shelter, family, good health, security, etc. And I am incredibly grateful for my friends. I am truly blessed with great friendships and all the associated...
7 Tips for enjoying Thanksgiving Dinner without Worrying about Calories
Thanksgiving is around the corner, and the hustle and bustle to create the perfect Thanksgiving feast has begun. According to a report, the average American may consume more than 4,500 calories and 229 grams of fat during Thanksgiving! If you have been practicing a...
10 Health Benefits of Happiness
“Don’t worry, be happy” is easier said than done. Why is it important to be happy? How can you become a happier person? The stresses of life can cause you to feel worried, hopeless, and unhappy. Sometimes, it may even seem like the universe is conspiring against you....
7 Reasons to go Shopping
Do you love shopping? More specifically, do you indulge in retail therapy? Retail therapy is when you shop and buy to feel better and get rid of negative feelings. Retail therapy has many benefits, and there may no longer be any reason to feel guilty when next you...
10 Reasons to Attend Your High School Reunion
Last week, I attended my 31st high school reunion. I attended an all-girls school, so it was more or less a girls’ trip. No spouses! No kids! And I have to say it was an unforgettable experience as we formed new bonds, rekindled old friendships, and returned home...
Choose to be Patient
At my last doctor's visit about a month ago, I felt frustrated and agitated after waiting 15 minutes in the relaxed and comfortable waiting room. Fast forward to last week during our family vacation; I happily waited in line for one hour in unbearable heat for a ride....
I am what I eat
A couple of weeks ago, I wrote a blog post titled “Self-affirmations: Are they just wishful thinking?” One of the affirmations I came across was, “I am what I eat.” First, I am not currently saying this affirmation, at least not yet. As a matter of fact, I quickly...
Self-affirmations: Are they just wishful thinking?
If you are anything like me, self-affirmations might seem uncomfortable or awkward. Quite honestly, I sometimes think of self-affirmations as wishful thinking. I mean, why say something that you don’t believe to be true at the time? For example, why say “I am...
10 Ways to Protect your Mental Health as a Businesswoman
May is mental health awareness month. How are we faring as women in business? Unfortunately, the odds are already against us for two reasons. First, studies show that nearly half (49 percent) of all business owners struggle with mental health issues (ADD, ADHD,...
The Journey of Motherhood
In pediatrics, there is a well-known “Pink Book.” This book tells you everything you need to know about childhood vaccinations. However, a less commonly known “pink book” is revered and often daunting to pediatricians. It is the journal or diary of the mom of a...
12 Steps to Personal Growth and Transformation
“Where do you see yourself in five years?” is a common question during a job interview. Why is this question relevant? After all, the employer should be more interested in what you have accomplished so far. The truth is, the employer is interested in your past and...
Giving and Your Health
A lady at my church brings a bag of candy every Sunday to share with all church members. She even offers a sugar-free version to cut down on all of our excuses. Smiling radiantly, she shares her candy with joy and excitement. My family and I look forward to the “candy...
10 Reasons to Eat Chocolate without Guilt this Valentine’s Day
I planned to start this blog post with a background history of Valentine’s Day. However, after reviewing so many conflicting accounts, I gave up and decided to focus on chocolate. I mean, why not? Whatever the background history of Valentine’s Day, the important thing...
13 Ways Meditation Can Improve Your Health
As a child, I thought meditation was that transition state between being awake and asleep. And I blame one of my uncles for that. My uncle often fell asleep watching TV. And he always claimed he was not sleeping but meditating, even though he was snoring half the...
Health Benefits of the Daniel Fast
The Daniel Fast is a famous fast adopted by many churches and worship centers as an act of sacrifice and worship. Many churches embark on a 10 or 21-day Daniel Fast, usually at the beginning of the year. As has been the yearly custom of my local church for several...
What is on your Vision Board for the New Year?
As we begin a new year, many of us are thinking about our goals for the year or our New Year resolutions. I am curious about something, though. Do you have a vision board? If you do, what is on your vision board for this year? I have two confessions to make. First, I...